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  • Eric Bain avatar

    Whatever You Do Is Fine! Series

    Contributed by Eric Bain on Sep 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,482 views

    This sermon looks at the tragic consequence of our sin in the lives of others.

    Whatever You do is Fine! Ruth 1 © 2007 Eric Bain NOTE: An audio version of this sermon is available at www.sanctuary-church.com This morning we are beginning a new - four week series looking at an OT Narrative… called Ruth. Grab a Bible... • Open to Ruth • Don’t be afraid to use the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "God Hears The Repentant Word" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 8, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,643 views

    Sermon #11 (and final) in a study in Hosea

    1 Return, O Israel, to the LORD your God, for you have stumbled because of your iniquity. 2 Take words with you and return to the LORD. Say to Him, “Take away all iniquity and receive us graciously, that we may present the fruit of our lips. 3 “Assyria will not save us, we will not ride on horses; ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Faith: What It Ain't—what It Is

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Sep 14, 2007
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     | 3,188 views

    This passage in Hebrews gives us the ingredients, implications and illustrations of faith. By defining what faith isn’t, we can learn what true faith is.

    The eleventh chapter of Hebrews is one of the best known of the great chapters of the Bible. It has been called the “Westminster Abby of Scripture” because the heroes of faith are enshrined here. Perhaps that is a misnomer, for some people who have been to Westminster Abby and have said it seemed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lost And Found

    Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Sep 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,888 views

    Sheep wander off and get lost because they’re stupid. We know better and still do it anyway, so I’m not sure just how smart that makes us.

    Other Scripture used: Exodus 32:1,7-14 1 Timothy 1:12-17 Psalm 51:1-18 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. God, grant me the Serenity to accept the people I cannot change, the Courage to change the one I can, and the Wisdom to know it’s me. Naval aviation training ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Finding Contentment In A Culture Of Discontent

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 29, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,164 views

    Christians who choose to pursue godliness rather than greed will find contentment in living a life of trust.

    Title: Finding Contentment in a Culture of Discontentment Text: I Timothy 6:6-19 Thesis: Christians who choose to pursue godliness rather than their cravings, will find contentment in living a life of trust. Introduction According to a study by a non-profit research organization, RTI ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Showing Our Thanks

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,488 views

    We can give thanks in 1)Praise of God’s Eternatlity 2) The Perception of our Frailty and 3) The Plea for God’s Steadfast Love

    Thanksgiving is a time when we can formally recognize and give thanks for the obvious and more abstract things that shape our lives here in Canada. The first recognized Canadian thanksgiving was held in 1578, at least forty years earlier than that of our friends to the south. In a misguided ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Hanging In There Through Temptation Series

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Oct 8, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,810 views

    Temptation comes to all of us. But, like Christ, we can counteract temptation and resist it in the power of the Holy Spirit.

    James 1:2-4, 12-17 Is there anyone who has not been tempted to sin this week? If so, you may leave now. You can go straight to Braums. One of the truly great historical characters was Mark Antony. He was known as the “silver-throated orator of Rome.” He was a brilliant statesman, magnificent in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Shepherd Worth Following Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Oct 10, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,194 views

    Jesus is the Good Shepherd to Whom we can entrust ourselves

    Introduction: We have a problem this morning. How many of you have ever raised sheep? How many of you have ever lived near sheep? How many of you know very little at all about sheep? That’s our problem. You see, to really appreciate the point of Jn10, we have to know something about sheep. To ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    He Makes All Things New

    Contributed by Jeff Foster on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 29 ratings
     | 23,256 views

    This sermon explores how life can be transformed through faith in Jesus. It uses the examples of Zacchaeus, the woman at the well, the fishermen of Galilee, and the rich young man.

    He Makes All Things New Learning about JESUS: the Way, the Truth and the Life A sermon by Jeff Foster preached to the Cortez Church of Christ January 14, 2007 When I was a child, the man who lived across the alleyway from my family was a rather strange man who had an extraordinary gift. We would ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What It Takes To Fix A Broken Relationship Series

    Contributed by Eric Lones on Feb 15, 2007
     | 8,994 views

    A sermon on being wholeheartedly honest and sincere when we come to God for forgiveness.

    What it Takes to Fix a Broken Relationship 1 Samuel 7:2-13 2 It was a long time, twenty years in all, that the ark remained at Kiriath Jearim, and all the people of Israel mourned and sought after the LORD. 3 And Samuel said to the whole house of Israel, "If you are returning to the LORD with all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Second-Hand Syndrome Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Mar 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,791 views

    See what it means to be a first-hand follower and how that can persuade second-hand skeptics.

    “The Second-Hand Syndrome” Luke 24:1-12 The more I analyze and scrutinize the Gospel, the more I am amazed that people don’t believe it. It is historical, evidential, logical, and personal. Yet, the enemy’s blinding tactics keep working and people continue to resist God’s Word, saying “No” to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A New Year's Sermon

    Contributed by William Huegel on Dec 30, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 17,801 views

    Why some Americans may not have a Happy New Year. They are not in touch with the true source of happiness.

    HAPPY NEW YEAR! “Why Many Americans May Not Have A Happy New Year” Ecclesiastes 3:11-13 Jan. 1, 2006 – New Year’s Day Rev. Wm. A. Huegel Wallingford FBC Happy New Year! 11 He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the hearts of men; yet they cannot fathom what God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living The Simple Life Series

    Contributed by John Baker on Jan 12, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,496 views

    Series on Chrisitan Stewardship This sermon is Part II of a story I wrote as the capstone of the entire stewarship series.

    Sermon Title: Living the Simple Life Place: Oakdale Wesleyan Church Date: March 13, 2005 Subject: Living the Uncomplicated Life Last week we began a story about a young spoiled prince whose parents were at their wits end. They conspired with an old friend who had the prince secretly taken by ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Facing The Future Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jan 5, 2010
    based on 16 ratings
     | 20,980 views

    To face the future set up a plan, stay in the Word and step out in faith.

    FACING THE FUTURE Years ago there was a TV program I was reminded of the other day called "Early Edition." I only saw it once or twice but if I remember the basic storyline centered around a young man who was given tomorrow’s newspaper today. In other words, he was able to know what was going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Our Politically-Incorrect God Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 18, 2010
     | 3,816 views

    This message is part of my expository series through Romans.

    “Our Politically-Incorrect God” Romans 1:18-32 September 21, 2008 Sometimes, it’s not a good thing to be politically-incorrect! • More doctors smoke Camels than any other cigarette! • Wrapped and ready, Santa’s bringing you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free